Colonialism and Racism

The film excerpts in this theme show the devastating effects of European colonialist policies on Aboriginal peoples. They also show acts of racism in which Aboriginal peoples have been victimized in their relations with whites.

Excerpts

Forgotten Warriors

1

My Name Is Kahentiiosta

1

2

Ojigkwanong - Encounter with an Algonquin Sage

1

The Other Side of the Ledger: An Indian View of the Hudson's Bay Company

Description
Information regarding opportunities, benefits and land grants was withheld from Aboriginal veterans who had served in World War II. First Nations leaders were persuaded by the government to surrender reserve land that was subsequently sold to non-Aboriginal veterans at cheap prices. Chief Gerry Attachie recalls living without a home for five years because of this policy.